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If you liked Violet Evergarden add

...then you might like Vivy: Fluorite Eye's Song add

Both Violet and Vivy/Diva as female titular leads start out quite similarly with their autonomic personality and dialogue as well as a constrained sense of emotion. Due to the circumstances of their respective stories, both are assigned to some sort of job or mission that'll require them to meet and interact with many different individuals. It would end up as a journey of self-discovery and soul-searching for the two, as the accumulated experiences will drive their character progression and realization. Violet Evergarden is more episodic and focused on beauty and human emotions, while Vivy Fluorite Eyes Song is more plot-oriented and has more sci-fi / dark elements and tones to its narrative.

If you liked Violet Evergarden add

...then you might like Majo no Tabitabi add

While fundamentally different in purpose and tone (Majo no Tabitabi being a moody achronological adventure narrative within a medieval fantasy and Violet Evergarden being a drama-driven episodic story within a steampunk bohemian setting), both series have a similar interactive atmosphere and episodic storytelling where the main heroines meet and interact with other people and places throughout their journeys. Stories in both series are a mixture of lighthearted, emotional, tragic, or bittersweet. Both series’ respective titular protagonists, while almost completely different in personality (Elaina being a young happy-go-lucky witch wanting to explore the world, and Violet being a former tool of war trying to fit into normal society), are extremely well-written and complex in terms of their characterization to the point of being quite relatable and practical in nature. With their tales, we also get to know more about their respective backstories and see them grow and develop along the way. While they’re both very kind and understanding and will try to help whatever is within their means, they both at some point realize the hard way that not everything/everyone can be solved/saved, which adds more to their character complexity.

If you liked Kino no Tabi: The Beautiful World add

...then you might like Majo no Tabitabi add

Both series involving an achronological narrative direction that involves following the main female protagonist travelling/wandering all around their world exploring different countries and meeting all sorts of people. Both MCs, Kino and Elaina, have had an influential master/teacher figure, and both are genuinely caring and understanding individuals, but often have to play the neutral observer to avoid complicating already existing issues. The differences are that Kino no Tabi is more focused on philosophy in its settings, while Majo no Tabitabi is more character-driven; Kino is also actually a bit more passive and honest, while Elaina has a more smug and cunning side to her. The main focus of the show is on the exploration of the settings and their residents.

If you liked Mahou Shoujo Madoka★Magica add

...then you might like Little Busters! Refrain add

Both series are extremely well-written with their dramatic direction, compelling antiheroes, and strong sense of friendship. Both Homura and Kyousuke are amazing characters who are willing to go to extreme measures and suffer the emotions of betrayal, regret, and hatred to save their beloved friends, and because of their compelling stories, they end up taking the spotlight the most often. The format of both shows also have a similar story format and pattern of slice-of-life / comedy intertwined with immense drama & tragedy. Overall they're both wonderful drama-filled anime with a wonderful, well-written cast.

If you liked Shigofumi add

...then you might like Death Parade add

Both shows encompass the themes of life and death, and have a rather slow tempo in terms of storytelling, with the overall narrative being a mix of episodic and plot-driven parts with copious amounts of drama and emotion. Both lead characters are also very withdrawn socially and emotionally most of the time. Death Parade is rather initially deceptive with its first impressions, though.

If you liked Shigofumi add

...then you might like Violet Evergarden add

While their settings and surrounding premises are drastically different (Violet Evergarden being a steampunk slice of life while Shigofumi is a supernatural urban thriller), both are emotional narratives revolving around their lead characters as female kuudere protagonists, whom are emotionally withdrawn and their job is to deliver letters on behalf of their clients. Both shows have both standalone and story-driven segments.

If you liked Toshokan Sensou add

...then you might like Shimoneta to Iu Gainen ga Sonzai Shinai Taikutsu na Sekai add

Both shows are comedy shows and have people fighting over freedom of speech. Both their setups are rather nonsensical but serve as a foundation for some peculiar characterization of a number of cast members as well as some “campy” moments or sequences of conflict.

If you liked Arashi no Yoru ni add

...then you might like Beastars add

Depicts a rather interesting and engaging relationship(s) between carnivore and herbivore. Characters in both shows are all talking animals. In both cases, the wolf has to cope with and restrain his urge to kill for food or out of natural instinct. As both stories progress, both carnivore characters undergo development with each interaction.

If you liked Macross F add

...then you might like Senki Zesshou Symphogear add

Both sci fi shows are quirky at their core and their theme revolves around fighting with the power of song/music. Humanity vs alien invaders is the main source of conflict. Both shows' soundtracks are stellar overall (I also mean the sequel season of Symphogear). There's the idol element to both of them and one of the main characters in their respective series are practically idols themselves, yet placed with the burden of their duties/jobs. The underlying plot twists and revelations are quite engaging and the entirety of the cast can be easy to get attached to. The main differences: Symphogear is more orientated to the action and character drama, while Macross F is centered around a love triangle of sorts.

If you liked Kuzu no Honkai add

...then you might like Araburu Kisetsu no Otome-domo yo. add

Both series focus on a selected bunch of characters whose conflict and drama in the plotlines centers around trying to explore the idea of having sex and romantic relationships. Basically, literally everyone is thirsty to a fault. Both shows are crash and burn melodrama runaway trains, whether for better or for worse; however, Araburu seems to be far more valuable due to heightened enjoyment and comedy value, while Kuzu has a far more somber tone.

If you liked Serial Experiments Lain add

...then you might like Mahou Shoujo Madoka★Magica add

Both have a small assembly of characters, so both shows aren’t exactly character-driven. Both are hella “trippy” and dive into dark themes and thought-provoking concepts. The animation quality for both shows is damn good for their respective styles and eras. Both MCs end up basically being the “god” of their own world/universe in order to protect it.

If you liked Violet Evergarden add

...then you might like Dororo add

Both MCs are soul-searching and trying to regain something they've lost. For Violet, it's her purpose of living, while for Hyakkimaru, it was his body. Throughout their journeys, they encounter many people and challenges along the way and gradually develop as characters. Both shows overall are quite emotionally driven and focus on the individual burdens and emotions of humans. Both Violet and Hyakkimaru also have a very somber, saddening past that the story makes an effort to reconnect to. Both shows also have great animation quality and soundtracks to befit their respective premises.

If you liked Karakuri no Kimi add

...then you might like Karakuri Circus add

Both shows feature marionette puppets and have dark undertones, backstories, and themes to them. There is some dark comedy laced in both shows as well.

If you liked Trigun add

...then you might like Violet Evergarden add

Both main protagonists are extreme pacifists with a very serious and somber backstory that involved them having brought harm to people before, which drove to be the kind of character they currently are. During their journey of rediscovery and “soul-searching”, they run into and interact with numbers of people. The main difference is that Trigun is more comedy and action oriented, while Violet Evergarden is more focused on the emotions and melodramatic sequences. Additionally, Vash is more carefree and goofy, while Violet, in contrast, is an unconventional kuudere who initially doesn’t understand human emotions.

If you liked Cross Ange: Tenshi to Ryuu no Rondo add

...then you might like Tate no Yuusha no Nariagari add

In both shows, the protagonist is backstabbed quite early on and does a total 180 in personality, where they find it hard to trust anybody, even having doubts in the ones that do grow close to them. It’s through the interactions with the minor characters in the settings that they try to establish a better perspective, but the looming unfairness of their world’s society keeps putting them in danger. Both shows have a rather heavy focus on the reality of discrimination and scumbaggery within human society, which in turn, can inadvertently make the antagonistic figures seem shallow when they really aren’t supposed to be deep individually. The difference is that the main characters are totally different in terms of maturity level, and that Cross Ange is a mecha sci fi series full of fanservice and melodrama, while Shield Hero is a more “down-to-earth”series contemplating the theme of “escapism Vs reality” while under the superficial impression and guise of a “Loli harem” isekai show. Lastly, both shows do have questionable usage of copious amounts of CGI.

If you liked Darling in the FranXX add

...then you might like Yakusoku no Neverland add

In both shows, the main cast of characters are younger aged individuals who live in an enclosed environment isolated from the dangers and revelations of the outside world. Both parties are shocked when they eventually find out about the truth regarding the world/universe they live in.

If you liked Ginga Eiyuu Densetsu add

...then you might like Egao no Daika add

Both sides are neither good nor bad, but are both at war to stop war. Both shows tend to shift between the perspectives of each sides in order to depict the "no true bad guy" theme as well attempting to give characterization to the involved cast members. Both shows also tend to be heavy with constant deaths for shock value and consequential events of war. LOGTH, though, tends to showcase the similar themes significantly better. Yuki and Stella, the two main lead heroines, are sorta equivalent to Reinhard and Yang, respectively, though with very notable, obvious differences.

If you liked Casshern Sins add

...then you might like Violet Evergarden add

Both main protagonists are titular protagonists, with the story being focused on character progression and development via their experiences with different individuals with differing strifes, struggles, and issues. Both main protagonists seek to understand themselves better, as they both are not good with understanding or expressing emotions, or even just understanding themselves in general. Both tried to find a new reason to live. Violet and Casshern both had to bear and deal with the sins from their respective pasts, knowing that none of that will ever disappear. Both of them have tried to commit suicidal acts due to almost having lost hope of finding a purpose to live. Both Violet and Casshern are highly feared by other people/robots due to their expertise in combat, and both have held back from trying to kill if possible, though Violet absolutely tries everything to not kill her enemies as opposed to how she did in the past, whereas Casshern WILL kill if necessary, and may go "berserk" as well. Both series have similar formats, showcasing a different character with a different personality and/or ideal/issue nearly each different episode, and ends off with a final closure on both protagonists. Both shows display some of the most pristine and gorgeous showcasings of animation qualities. Both shows explore a world after war, though Casshern's world is post-apocalyptic, while Violet's story is based off post-WWI settings. Finally, both series have very grim and heavy themes, though Casshern Sins, being in a post-apocalyptic setting, is a lot darker and heavier, centered around the idea and concept of death and dying, while Violet Evergarden focuses on a story of loss after war, and is relatable with former war veterans.

If you liked Area 88 add

...then you might like Violet Evergarden add

Both protagonists have at one point questioned their own actions of having needed to kill people. Both characters were also involved in war, and have had a difficult time trying to recover from the PTSD. The difference is that Violet manages to find a purpose to live outside the battlefield, while Kazama is unable to let go, according to what the adaptation showed. Both shows have great animation quality as well, though Area 88 is known for that during its own time as opposed to today.

If you liked Yu☆Gi☆Oh! VRAINS add

...then you might like Sword Art Online: Alicization add

Both series take in a setting where society has centered around the usage of virtual and/or augmented reality. They both involve playing in a game where there's actually the risk of losing your life. This particular season of SAO is a lot closer to VRAINS's situation in regards to life-threatening situations and AI sentimentality. In both shows, the AIs are developed to actually develop true intelligence, but their own self-awareness has surpassed expectations, resulting in huge complications that turn out as the main conflict.

If you liked Nisekoi add

...then you might like Kishuku Gakkou no Juliet add

Both shows are romance comedy shows whose setup is a nod to the original story of Romeo and Juliet. The hero and heroine in both shows are from rivaling groups, and there's the typical high school setting. However, Nisekoi utilizes a lot more generic tropes than Kishuku Gakkou Juliet. Also, the former has more of a harem aspect to it, while the latter is more shounen and action-based with fierce competitions between the two parties.

If you liked Star Driver: Kagayaki no Takuto add

...then you might like Shoujo☆Kageki Revue Starlight add

Both shows have their flairs in one way or another, and viewers need to always expect the weirdest and stylish of moments in both shows. Both shows are two-faced, featuring a rather laid-back high school setting contrasting with a surreal, parallel "dimension" or "universe" where certain students participate in heated duels for their chance to shine. One main difference is that Revue Starlight main focal point was the characterization and relationships among the female cast, while Star Driver actually features an antagonistic group. Both shows have musical themes to them and can actually be considered spiritual predecessors of the classic series Shoujo Kakumei Utena, an equally dual-typed show from the 1990s. Both also have similar formats consisting of "character/enemy of the week". They also both have recurring and brilliant transformation sequences. One more notable difference: Revue Starlight utilizes idol-like and magical girl-like themes, while Star Driver is prevalent with the featuring of giant mechas.

If you liked Violet Evergarden add

...then you might like Sayonara no Asa ni Yakusoku no Hana wo Kazarou add

Both main characters are detached from the norms of society due to their past upbringings, and go through quite a bit of characterization and development as their respective story progresses. In both cases, they were bittersweet and show the hardships and realities of life, even in fantastical settings (though Sayonara no Asa is more supernatural/magical by nature). Both shows' animation are among the best in the recent years, and arguably ahead of their time.

If you liked SSSS.Gridman add

...then you might like Darling in the FranXX add

They're both Trigger shows that don't have quite the usual Trigger feel, but still very good overall animations. Both also involve giant mechas. Darling in the FranXX is more romance / drama based, focusing on the characterization of the main cast and their journey to better understanding their current world as well as to adulthood. SSSS Gridman, on the other hand, seems to aim for surrealism and mystery (though not in an ideal way). It also does try to characterize the cast, but to a lesser degree.

If you liked Godzilla 1: Kaijuu Wakusei add

...then you might like SSSS.Gridman add

Both shows seems to be homages to classic tokusatsu films/series. Both feature a huge kaiju(s) that needs to be defeated by the protagonist and co. Gridman has significantly less action and seems to rely on giving a surreal or mystery feel to the show. The CG designs are notably much cleaner, but very wonky in terms of movement. The Godzilla Netflix films are more action-oriented and set up a post apocalypse sci fi setting. The films are all "CG-fied" but have significantly better flow in terms of movement.

If you liked SSSS.Gridman add

...then you might like Godzilla 2: Kessen Kidou Zoushoku Toshi add

Both shows seems to be homages to classic tokusatsu films/series. Both feature a huge kaiju(s) that needs to be defeated by the protagonist and co. Gridman has significantly less action and seems to rely on giving a surreal or mystery feel to the show. The CG designs are notably much cleaner, but very wonky in terms of movement. The Godzilla Netflix films are more action-oriented and set up a post apocalypse sci fi setting. The films are all "CG-fied" but have significantly better flow in terms of movement.

If you liked Yu☆Gi☆Oh! Arc-V add

...then you might like Violet Evergarden add

I know this is an unlikely recommendation, but more of a comparison, considering how much different these two series, but here's the reasons for the recommendation: -both main characters are placed in a setting at the start of the series where war in their world was either nonexistent or has ended. -both main characters have had relatively dark origins or upbringings; in Yuya's case, it involved his past incarnation, while for Violet, it involved her current life...in both of their respective origins, both were highly feared by their enemies/prey -Violet and Reira (a support character in Arc V) are not only voiced by the same seiyu, but also have relatively the same sort of upbringing as well; both were found as orphans with no known parents, and were raised and trained to be emotionless tools for battle/fighting...also, as both their respective series progressed, both slowly started to gain, feel, and understand emotions. Both also had someone to look up to (Violet's was Gilbert, and Reira's was Reiji). Both also resolved to anti-violent perspectives near the end of their respective series, though unfortunately Reira had a much more unfortunate fate. -Both Yuya and Violet seek to take action and/or fight without harming or killing anyone, a virtuous and respectful ideal; however, due to the unrealistic nature of that desire or ideal, as well as both of them being very selfless, they sometimes put their own well-beings in grave danger. -Both series have many interesting characters, many having quite some personal issues; both series' respective protagonists have had some sort of positive "healing" influence on them of some sort via their interactions and sharing of their ideals/beliefs, be it friend or enemy.

If you liked Kobato. add

...then you might like Violet Evergarden add

Both are female titular protagonists who start out in their series not having a lot of knowledge about the norms and basics of normal society. Through the interactions with other people, they slowly develop in terms of character, as they gradually grew to understand human emotions, especially love. Additionally, both main characters' origins are of a dark variety.

If you liked Yu☆Gi☆Oh! 5D's add

...then you might like Darling in the FranXX add

Both series involve the future, especially an post apocalyptic one (though for 5Ds, it was more of an alternate future). Both MCs really have a strong resolve as a character, but were often held back by their own self-doubts. They also both have a big friend circle, as well as have had involvement with security guards/police in one way or another. In both worlds, technology-related transportation means everything to the people in their respective series. In 5Ds, Riding Duels mean so much in terms of pride and freedom, while in Darling in the FranXX, having the ability to ride a mecha means everything to the young kids; otherwise, if one doesn't have that ability, they are "worthless". The Seven Sages of APE are ominous characters with a very antagonistic feel to them, similar to the Dark Signers and Yliaster...the Sages even look strikingly reminiscent to Yliaster. The Kyoryu / klaxosaurs bear a good number of similarities to the Earthbound Gods and the Crimson Dragon. The five pairs of main characters pilot the five unique FranXX mechas...this kind of role and setup feels parallel to the main Five Signers and their respective ace dragons (though Lua from 5Ds turned out later as a sixth Signer). Zero Two and Akiza's respective situations are not really far off; they both have special abilities and powers that made them very dangerous as individuals, especially from the early get-go; however, they are both truly unable to really "fly" on their own...moreover, they both needed the MC to be able to overcome and exit their out-of-control state. For the most part, both friend groups in their respective series really know how to get along with each other very well, save for a few individuals.

If you liked Yu☆Gi☆Oh! Arc-V add

...then you might like Re:Creators add

1. Multiple characters from different worlds converge into one spot and engage in conflict before finally recognizing the real threat. 2. What was relatively a peaceful life for one of the main characters is shattered by the turn of events within the respective series. 3. Both have those particular characters many people would like (ex. Magane and Yuri; Rui and Yugo, Blitz and Kurosaki). 4. The chief main character is actually the main villain (or at least part of), and their demise is more of a mental or psychological approach to where a character closely associated to them reached out to them, assisting in their redemption one way or another.